Maureen has built a large repertoire of classics and discovered new gems to compliment her unique sound. Kennedy discovered jazz music in her twenties while studying six years with Fred Stone, a Canadian trumpet player and flugelhorn player. Under his guidance, she developed a pure sound and a restrained vibrato style. Ms. Kennedy has performed … Read more
Joe Kennedy Jr. is a violinist, composer, teacher, and arranger. He was born in Pittsburgh, PA. He was inducted into U.S. Army service during WWII. Joe performed with the Camp Lee Symphony Orchestra Petersburg, VA. Joe then returned to Pittsburgh and began his career as a jazz musician with the Four Strings. Mary Lou Williams, … Read more
Nigel Kennedy is a violin virtuoso who has been recognized for more than 25 years and is undoubtedly one of Britain’s most influential violinists. His unique talent, virtuoso technique and mass appeal have given new perspectives to both classical and contemporary music. He is the most popular classical violinist. He was Yehudi Menuhin’s most beloved … Read more
Tom Kennedy is a talented touring and studio musician and one of the best acoustic/electric bass players in the entire world. He has recorded and performed with many of the world’s most prominent musicians and contemporary stars. Tom began his musical journey with the acoustic basse, which he played at age 9. He was able … Read more
Juliet Kelly, a jazz singer, has created her own niche in the jazz scene thanks to her unique voice, captivating original songs and Glam Jazz style. Her three albums, which are mostly original, have been critically acclaimed and received excellent reviews from both the US and UK critics. They also received widespread radio airplay. She … Read more
Wynton Kelly, born December 2, 1931 in Jamaica and died April 12, 1971 in Toronto (Canada) was an American jazz pianist. Kelly’s family moved to Brooklyn when he was four years old. He began his professional career in jazz as a teenager as a member R. Kelly.
Derek Taylor, All About Jazz calls Chris Kelsey “a provocateur in a best sense: a player and writer who thrives on pushing buttons” and Gregory Applegate Edwards, Gapplegate Music Review describes Chris Kelsey as “a leading fiery reedist today.” Chris Kelsey’s music embraces individualism, innovation, and creativity that have been the hallmarks of jazz. His … Read more
Josh Kemp, Saxophonist/Composer, is equally impressive in jazz standards and presents his original compositions. He has completed major UK tours in 2014/2015, and won many accolades for his fluid improvising style as well as his attractive compositions. Josh has a unique playing style that combines melodic inventiveness with a rich tone, and a lyrical style. … Read more
Hal Kemp, March 27, 1904 – Dec 21, 1940, was a jazz musician, clarinetist and bandleader. He also served as a composer and arranger. After an auto accident, he was born in Marion, Alabama, and died in Madera. Art Jarrett assumed the leadership of Kemp’s orchestra’s orchestra in 1941. His most notable recordings include “There’s … Read more
